It’s a sobering experience when you open your medicine cabinet and realize that your simple beauty routine has evolved to such monstrous proportions that it rivals the skincare section at your local drugstore.
And since new products are constantly being marketed as holy grails of youth and renewal, it’s a little too easy to acquire even more serums, masks, toners, and cleansers than we know what to do with.
Welcome to skincare overload, where congested skin, persistent dry patches, and sudden acne breakouts on your face are all signs you might be using too many products.
To sort it all out, we sat down with Anna Chacon, MD, a board-certified dermatologist, to learn more about product overload and how to achieve better balance and less irritation on your gorgeous mug.